Korean Recipes

Wild Garlic Kimchi (San-maneul Kimchi) – Easy Seasonal Fermentation Recipe
Banchan(Side Dishes), Fermentation, Korean Classics, Korean Recipes, Recipes, Vegetarian/Vegan Recipes

Wild Garlic Kimchi (San-maneul Kimchi) – Easy Seasonal Fermentation Recipe

Why You Should Make Wild Garlic Kimchi This Season This is my original recipe for wild garlic kimchi, based on traditional Korean fermentation methods! It highlights the flavors of wild garlic in a naturally & authentic way! Spring is the perfect time to explore new flavors in fermentation, and wild garlic (San-maneul in Korean) is […]

The Best Vegan Kimchi: Authentic, Easy, No Fish Sauce
Fermentation, Korean Recipes, Recipes, Vegetarian/Vegan Recipes

The Best Vegan Kimchi: Authentic, Easy, No Fish Sauce

Kimchi is one of Korea’s iconic fermented foods, packed with complex flavors, crunchiness, and incredible health benefits! Traditionally, kimchi includes fish sauce or salted shrimp for extra depth, but did you know you can make a fully plant-based version that’s just as rich and flavorful? This vegan kimchi recipe is inspired by Salchal-eumsik (Korean Buddhist […]

Easy Korean Butternut Squash & Bean Porridge (Hobak-juk)
Appetizers, Korean Recipes, Main Dishes, Recipes, Soup & Stew

Easy Korean Butternut Squash & Bean Porridge (Hobak-juk)

When the temperature drops, there’s one dish I always turn to: Hobak-juk (호박죽), a warm, velvety Korean pumpkin porridge that’s smooth, slightly sweet, and so comforting. Traditionally made with bigger pumpkin or kabocha squash, this version uses butternut squash, which is just as delicious and easier to find in many places. Plus, I’m adding a […]

5-Minute Kong-guksu with Edamame (콩국수, 풋콩국수) | Korean Soy Milk Noodle Soup [Vegan-Friendly]
Korean Recipes, Main Dishes, Recipes, Rice & Noodles, Vegetarian/Vegan Recipes

5-Minute Kong-guksu with Edamame (콩국수, 풋콩국수) | Korean Soy Milk Noodle Soup [Vegan-Friendly]

When summer hits its peak and the heat is inescapable, many Koreans turn to one of the most refreshing meals imaginable: Kong-guksu (콩국수), or chilled soy milk noodle soup. This dish is creamy, cooling, and deeply satisfying. And yes, it’s traditionally vegan too! In this simplified version, we make Kong-guksu with putkong (풋콩), also known […]

Jjajangmyeon (짜장면) | Korean Black Bean Noodles (Vegan-Friendly)
Korean Recipes, Main Dishes, Rice & Noodles, Vegetarian/Vegan Recipes

Jjajangmyeon (짜장면) | Korean Black Bean Noodles (Vegan-Friendly)

Hearty, saucy, and full of nostalgia – Jjajangmyeon (짜장면) is one of Korea’s most beloved comfort foods! Though it originally came from Korean Chinese cuisine, it has become an integral part of Korean culinary culture. In this post, I’m sharing a easy, vegan-friendly version of Jjajangmyeon that’s rich, savory, and satisfying with chewy noodles, deeply […]

Classic Tteokbokki (Spicy rice cake stew) |떡볶이 [vegetarian with vegan option]
Korean Recipes, Main Dishes, Rice & Noodles, Snacks

Classic Tteokbokki (Spicy rice cake stew) |떡볶이 [vegetarian with vegan option]

When you ask “Do you like Tteokbokki?” to Koreans, 99% of them will say “당연하지 Dangyeonhaji (of course)!” I haven’t met any Koreans (especially around my age) that dislikes Tteokbokki. I think that’s because we literally grew up eating them. I always say “Tteokbokki is Koreans’ childhood memories and comfort food in one plate.” And […]

Sangchu-namul (Korean Lettuce Side Dish) | A Crunchy, Nutty Banchan You’ll Make Again and Again
Banchan(Side Dishes), Korean Recipes, Salads, Vegetarian/Vegan Recipes

Sangchu-namul (Korean Lettuce Side Dish) | A Crunchy, Nutty Banchan You’ll Make Again and Again

Ever wondered what to do with that romaine lettuce sitting in your fridge? In Korean home kitchens, sangchu-namul (상추나물) is a lesser-known but beloved side dish where crisp lettuce is gently blanched, then dressed in a savory, nutty, and slightly sweet seasoning. This humble dish has roots in Korean Buddhist temple cuisine and everyday home […]